In reimagining her catalog with such ambition and grace, Lipa has created more than just a live album—she’s made a compelling argument for pop music’s place in the grand traditions of musical performance.
Arts, Movies, Review
‘A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter’ is the Holiday Entertainment We All Need
If you’re thinking a red-and-green performance is all you’re getting from the newcomer pop star, you’re in for a treat. Packed with hilarious skits and dialogue, you’ll find yourself ho-ho-ho-ing while sitting on your couch.
Arts, Music, Review
BLACKPINK’s Rosé Makes a Heart-Wrenching Debut Album About ‘The Ex’
Rosie shows a vulnerable side of the singer, marking a bold departure from BLACKPINK’s previous company-controlled discography. While the group is known for exuding self-confidence and female empowerment, rosie offers a more meaningful inside look into the artist’s life.
Arts, Music, Review
‘The Party Never Ends’ … But Should it Have?
For an artist of Juice WRLD’s caliber, this album should have been a carefully curated celebration of his life and music. Instead, it comes across as a cash grab, with little regard for quality, coherence, or Juice’s fans.
Movies, Review
Emerson Student Film ‘Glory and Gore’ Falls Short of Expectations
Despite the excitement for Glory and Gore, the film did not hold up to be much more than its enticing TikTok-friendly aesthetic. The background of the film’s plot is alluded to ineffectively, often feeling theatrical and ingenuine.
Arts, Movies, Review
‘Gladiator II’ is a Fitting Eulogy To Its Prequel
‘Gladiator II,’ the sequel to the original ‘Gladiator,’ is an intense film about duty and legacy. It boasts both an impressive cast and direction under Ridley Scott. Unfortunately, a few critiques guarantee it will never live up to the greatness of the first movie.
Review, Movies
‘Moana 2’ Floats in Lukewarm Water
Moana 2 shines bright in certain areas, like the movie’s animated tropical sunrises. Despite this, much like the waters of Polynesia, other aspects such as the pacing and soundtrack are lukewarm at best. Overall, the movie does not fill the footprint left by the original, but it still maintains the charm and no doubt is time well-spent for families who enjoyed the first film.
Music, Review
Father John Misty Searches for Truth In New Album ‘Mahashmashana’
Over the course of the album, Tillman attempts to tell the elusive “truth” mentioned in the first track in a variety of ways. Mahashmashana proves that the truth can appear messy and confusing but is ultimately beautiful.
Arts, Review
Netflix’s ‘Return of the King’ Explores Elvis Presley’s Struggle to Remain Relevant
To portray Presley’s life through a realistic approach, Netflix released ‘Return of the King: The Fall and Rise of Elvis Presley.’
Books, Review, Arts
Pop Star to Poet: Pop Sensation MARINA Publishes Her First Book ‘Eat the World: A Collection of Poems’
Her new work, different from the albums she’s released before, has received reactions ranging from admiration for her introspective themes to some mixed reviews on its overall impact.
